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Chalkbeat

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Jocelyn Benson is Michigan’s next governor. Here’s what education will look like in her administration.

Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. Michigan voters have elected a new governor, Jocelyn Benson, who promises to transform education and guarantee that when students graduate from the public school system, they are college and career ready. The Associated Press called the race between Benson and U.S. Rep. John James at 1:45 a.m. The results show Benson winning with 55% of the vote. Benson, the daughter of special education teachers, has a plan for addressing the state’s current literacy crisis by taking steps similar to what the state already has been doing: Investing in curriculum and training for teachers based on the science of reading , a longstanding body of research about how children learn to read. Her education plan says she would also “enable statewide tracking of literacy rates and improvements.” Benson would also ensure first-year teachers receive starting salaries of $60,000 a year minimum. Currently, the average in Michigan is around $41,000 annually. What she calls her “Michigan Education Guarantee,” which she touted as she campaigned, would be

Michigan · 2d

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Possible safety situation determined not to be threat at Hart Public Schools

HART — A possible safety situation put Hart Public Schools on alert Wednesday, Nov. 4, before it was determined that it was not a threat to school students and staff. “Late this morning, we were informed of a possible safety situation taking place in the City of Hart,” stated Hart Superintendent Brad Jacobs in a social media post, addressing parents and community members. “After working with our SRO (school resource officer)/law enforcement, it was determined that this situation was not a threat to the students and staff at Hart Public Schools. Some students were kept inside our buildings for a brief period of time until we were able to get a definitive answer from law enforcement.

Hart, MI · 2d

BroBible

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Michigan High School Wins Lawsuit To Veto Playoff Ban After Disqualification For Following The Rules

Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School will compete in the Michigan football playoffs after winning a lawsuit. A temporary restraining order was granted on behalf of a Cougars player. The ruling allows the school to play in the postseason following a controversial disqualification. The Cougars are now set to face Comstock Park on Tuesday night […] The post Michigan High School Wins Lawsuit To Veto Playoff Ban After Disqualification For Following The Rules appeared first on BroBible.

Grand Rapids, MI · 3d

WOOD TV8

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Football Frenzy preview: District finals

The first week of the Michigan High School Athletics Association football playoffs brought us upsets and exciting finishes. Just imagine what the district finals will bring.

Michigan · 1d

WLUC

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MHSAA volleyball district championship matchups set

UPPER MICHIGAN. (WLUC) - The stage is set for the MHSAA volleyball district finals, with 17 Upper Michigan schools competing for titles Thursday and Friday. Check out the matchups below. Division 2. Houghton at Kingsford - Thursday, Nov. 5, 6 p.m. ET/5 p.m. CT. Division 3. Calumet vs. Jeffers (at...

Michigan · 1d

Crafting Your Home

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Michigan Students Cannot Use Smartphones During Class Time This School Year Under a Law Signed Feb. 10

Michigan's classroom smartphone ban, signed Feb. 10, 2026, applies to instructional time in public K-12 schools this school year, with exceptions and local flexibility.

Michigan · 10h

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Two Mid-Michigan schools are painting plows for the winter

LANSING, Mich. (WJRT) - Student artists across the state are turning massive winter maintenance vehicles into rolling canvases to help keep drivers safe during the upcoming snowy season. State transportation officials announced the completion of the annual Paint the Plow project, which features painted snowplow blades from middle and high...

Monroe County, MI · 1d

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Election is over. Now what? The future of Michigan schools

Superintendent Randy Speck of Education Management and Networks joins FOX 2's Ronia Shamona to discuss what elected leaders and local governments can do to improve education, support teachers, and help Michigan students succeed.

Michigan · 2h

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11 Of The 12 Political Candidates Endorsed By Faculty Group Win Election

Last month, the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) broke a major precedent in its 100-year-plus history and endorsed a slate of twelve national political candidates in the 2026 midterm elections. T0day, we know the results associated with those endorsements: 11 of the 12 won their races, part of the...

Michigan · 1d

Bridge Michigan

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Majority of Michigan school bonds pass in Nov. election. Look up your district

Michigan voters approve the majority of school bonds on the ballot. Dearborn and Dearborn Heights voters say yes to $1.5 billion bond. Bonds are a key way districts can raise funds to do large construction projects. Michigan voters approved more than half of school bonds on the ballot Tuesday. Statewide,...

Michigan · 1d

WOWO News

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Michigan Proposal Could Remove Special Education Protection, Advocates Warn of Harm to Students

LANSING, Mich. (WOWO) — Michigan is considering eliminating a longstanding protection that allows children with disabilities to remain in their current classrooms or specialized education programs while the state investigates certain complaints from their parents. The proposed change has sparked opposition from special education advocates, parents and attorneys, who...

Michigan · 1d

The Pioneer

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MARSP gives $1,000 apiece to three Mecosta County middle schools

Three Mecosta County middle schools are receiving $1,000 apiece from MARSP. Donations will support student media production, positive behavior programs and other school needs.

Mecosta County, MI · 1d

Public News Service

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$70M gift offers hope to Michigan Tribal college amid funding gap

A $70 million gift to the American Indian College Fund could help expand scholarships and student support at tribal colleges, including those in Michigan. The donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott will fund a seven-year plan to strengthen Native American higher education. Recent data pointed to longstanding funding shortages for tribal colleges. Carla Sineway, president of Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College in Mount Pleasant, said relying on temporary grants can make it difficult to maintain programs students depend on. "Many times when we get the funding, it's very exciting, you get it for two or three years, and then the funding's gone. And so, how do you sustain those programs? And so, you end up modifying," Sineway explained. Sineway pointed out funding gaps can mean fewer staff and reduced student services. She noted the college also needs money for building maintenance and academic support. The American Indian College Fund says some of the donation will be used for coaching and career opportunities. The investment comes as Native American students continue to face barriers to higher education. According to U.S. Census figures, just 16% of American Indian and Alaska Native adults have earned a bachelor's degree or higher, compared with 33% of adults

Michigan · 22h

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Michigan, say yes to school choice tax credits

Parents across the U.S. will soon be able to subtract from their taxes by paying approved scholarship organizations that could contribute to their child’s education — if their state opts in. Michigan should get on board. Individual students can receive a tax credit for up to $1,700, and...

Michigan · 1d

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ICYMI: Michigan Auto Law Announces Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship Applications In Time For National Scholarship Month This November

(Farmington Hills, Michigan – October 29, 2026) – Michigan Auto Law is calling on Michigan high school juniors and seniors to use their creativity to help combat distracted driving for their chance to earn one of four scholarships totaling $5,000 through the law firm’s 2027 Kelsey’s Law Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship. 11th and 12th grade students attending any public or private high school in Michigan are encouraged to create and submit compelling messages through YouTube videos or graphics designed to resonate with their peers, encourage young drivers to reduce distractions behind the wheel, and persuade drivers of all ages to stop texting while driving.

Michigan · 14h

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Michigan State Esports seek to spread enthusiasm and community across state

Michigan State’s esports program is among the best in the state of Michigan. Their top teams are consistently competing against others around the country across multiple esports games. But growing the community in Michigan is just as important, so representatives of the program traveled six hours each way to...

East Lansing, MI · 1d

UpNorthLive.com

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Kingsley sweeps up another district title, Buckley eliminates TC Christian in five sets

How many consecutive district titles have Kingsley Stags won?. What caused Buckley to defeat TC Christian after losing the first set?. Thursday was a big night for district titles in high school girls volleyball and the Kingsley Stags found a way to add another piece of hardware to the trophy case.

Kingsley, MI · 20h

The Pioneer

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Reed City schools face budget decisions after $10.78M bond fails

Failed bond leaves schools weighing cuts

Reed City, MI · 1d

Petoskey News Review

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Northern Michigan high school football playoff scores, updates for Week 2

Welcome to the Michigan high school football playoffs! It's a great time of year! For those who have been around here on game nights, you know what to find here. For those of you who haven’t, you’ll find in-game scores for football teams all across northern Michigan, mid-Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. Along with the live scoreboard and finals, you’ll find links to coverage and feature stories down below. Check back throughout Friday night and Saturday morning for coverage from the week. Playoffs Week 2 Gaylord St. Mary Roadtrip: Gaylord St. Mary meets unbeaten Lake Linden-Hubbell | Prediction Northern Michigan Picks: Northern Michigan playoff teams thinning, but more winners ahead | Kochanny Charlevoix Defense, Warchol: Greyson Warchol, Charlevoix defense peaking at just the right time Playoffs Week 2 Michigan high school football scoreboard .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } .scorestream-widget-container iframe {height:100%;} Playoffs Week 1 St. Mary: Gaylord St. Mary rolls past St. Ignace in playoff football action Petoskey, Harbor, East Jordan: Petoskey, Harbor close up playoff seasons; East Jordan makes trip worth it Charlevoix: Well-rested Charlevoix breezes in playoff opener, hosts district final next St. Mary Defense: GSM allowed 1.6 points per game. Will

Petoskey, MI · 2h

thetowerpulse.net

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South’s own little Italy

While other languages such as Spanish and French are taught consistently throughout Michigan, Italian is only taught at two public schools in the state, South being one of them. Additionally, South is the only Michigan school to teach Italian through the AP level. Italian teacher George Formicola said he understands...

Grosse Pointe, MI · 1d

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